M-9/11 - 8151 - Project Manager w/ Agile/Scrum - Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)

Focused HR Solutions; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Focused HR Solutions is seeking a seasoned Project Manager with strong Agile/Scrum experience to lead a large software implementation for a state department. You will guide cross-functional teams through complex delivery in a hybrid Phoenix-based role with primarily remote work and an in-person interview requirement.

Contract is 12+ months with rate ranges of $50-56/hr W2 or $55-60/hr Corp-to-Corp. You must reside in Arizona and work AZ time zone business hours; all work must be performed in the

Qualifications

• 8+ years PM experience, 3+ in Agile/Scrum.
• Experience with integration or data-focused projects.
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent tools.
• Experience managing external vendors and SLAs.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through full project lifecycle.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, retros).
• Coordinate with program workstreams on dependencies.
• Align vendor work with sprints and program increments.
• Maintain Azure DevOps Boards for user stories, bugs, epics, releases.
• Manage vendor relationships and SLAs.
• Develop and execute risk management plans.
• Ensure security practices in planning and execution.
• Support change management and stakeholder communication.
• Create project documentation (charters, schedules, RACI, post-mortems).

Skills

Agile/Scrum

Vendor coordination

Azure DevOps

Jira

Risk management

Change management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Azure DevOps Boards

Jira

GitLab

Job description

• Hybrid work model, predominantly remote. Candidate must currently reside in Arizona – no relocation allowed. Candidate must attend an in-person interview. Candidate must work AZ time zone business hours. All work must be completed in the United States.

Our direct client has an opening for a Project Manager w/ Agile/Scrum # 8151. This position is for 12+ months, with option of extension, and will be worked in a hybrid schedule in Phoenix, AZ – however mostly remote. All work must be completed in the United States.

Rate Range is $50-56/hr W2 or $55-60/hr Corp to Corp – Direct with candidate ONLY – No Subcontractors Allowed

Resumes Due by Tuesday, September 16

Description

We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and leading project teams on software implementations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in Azure DevOps or equivalent tools and vendor coordination. You will lead critical technology initiatives supporting a large multi-year and multi-phase implementation of a COTS product that is responsible for supporting all aspects of the $26B in tax revenue collected annually by the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of projects on time, within scope and budget.


• Facilitate all Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.


• Collaborate with other workstreams on the program for identified dependencies


• Align with the Vendor on the work that will be completed each sprint and program increment.


• Maintain and track progress in Azure DevOps Boards (or similar tools such as Jira, GitLab, etc.) to manage user stories, bugs, epics, and releases.


• Coordinate and manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring contractual obligations and SLAs are met.


• Develop, maintain and execute risk management plans.


• Ensure policies and security practices are integrated into project planning and execution.


• Support organizational change management (OCM) efforts by communicating effectively with stakeholders, managing resistance, and preparing users for technology changes.


• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including charters, schedules, RACI matrices, and post-mortem reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in Agile/Scrum environments.


• Experience managing integration or data focused projects.


• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent project tracking tools.


• Experience managing external vendors, including performance tracking and issue resolution.


• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and drive alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.


• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) required.


• SAFe certification or PMP.


• Experience working in government, public sector, or regulated environments.


• Experience working on multi-phased COTS implementations